2015 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 5-door

 

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Overview

The 2015 Mazda 3 Grand Touring 5-door has some updates for the model year. The standard unique Mazda Connect infotainment system has a 7-inch screen and is now standard on all but the basic sedan.

Safety Features

Safety Features

  • 4-wheel ABS
  • Front and rear head airbags
  • Dual front side-mounted airbags
  • Child seat anchors
  • Remote anti-theft alarm system
  • Emergency braking assist
  • Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes
  • Rear door child safety locks
  • Daytime running lights
  • Engine immobilizer
  • Front fog/driving lights
  • 2 front headrests
  • 3 rear headrests
  • Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
  • Rear center 3-point belt
  • Turn signal mirrors
  • Stability control
  • Traction control
  • Rear height adjustable headrests
  • Post-collision safety system
  • Tire pressure monitoring
  

 

  • Rear Parking Sensors
  

 

Driving Impression

The sporty 2015 Mazda3 is an impressive vehicle to drive that is fun and fuel-efficient. The Mazda 3 has a powerful engine and has responsive steering.

The ride is comfortable yet has a sporty feel. The 6-speed manual transmission adds to the flavor of this sports sedan. The Mazda 3 gives the feel and appearance of being in a sports sedan and has superb handling.

 

Under the Hood

My test drive had the 2.5-liter that had 184 horsepower. The 2.5-liter had a 6-speed manual transmission

2.5-liter inline-4
184 horsepower @ 5,700 rpm
185 lb-ft of torque @ 3,250 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy:
Sedan: 25/37 (manual), 28/39 mpg (automatic), 29/40 mpg (automatic w/i-Eloop)
Hatchback: 26/35 (manual), 27/37 mpg (automatic), 28/39 mpg (automatic w/i-Eloop)

Inside

Inside the 2015 Mazda3′ the cabin is laid out very well. The front seats are comfortable and contour to your body. There was a dash-mounted 7-inch touch-screen display that is controlled by a rotary dial between the front seats. All controls are well positioned and easy to use. Rear-seat legroom is tight, but can seat 2 average size adults. The rear seats are 60/40-split folding. Cargo space is over 47 cubic feet of room with seats folded.

 

The list of creature features is endless (see below)

Features

Interior Features

Front Seats

  • Multi-level heating passenger seat
  • 6 -way power driver seat
  • Multi-level heating driver seat
  • Driver seat with manual adjustable lumbar support
  • Height adjustable driver seat
  • Leatherette
  • Bucket front seats
  

Rear Seats

  • Split-folding rear seatback
  • Folding with storage center armrest
  • Rear ventilation ducts
  

Power Features

  • Hands-free entry
  • 1 one-touch power windows

Instrumentation

  • Clock
  • Tachometer
  • Trip computer
  • Compass

Convenience

  • Cruise control
  • Front and rear cupholders
  • Front door pockets
  • Overhead console with storage
  • Front seatback storage
  • Electric power steering
  • Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
  • Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
  • Rear view camera
  

Comfort

  • Interior air filtration
  • Dual zone climate controls – driver and passenger
  • Leather and simulated alloy steering wheel
  • Turn signal in mirrors
  • Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
  

In Car Entertainment

  • Bose premium brand stereo system
  • Bose premium brand speakers
  • 9 total speakers
  • AM/FM stereo
  • Satellite radio satellite radio
  • Speed sensitive volume control
  • Auxiliary audio input
  • Surround audio surround audio (discrete)
  • 4 Months of provided satellite radio service
  • Radio data system
  • USB connection
  

Telematics

  • Navigation with voice activation navigation system
  • Bluetooth wireless data link for hands-free phone

Exterior Features

Roof and Glass

  • Variable intermittent wipers
  • Rear defogger
  • Intermittent rear wiper
  • Power glass sunroof

 

Outside

 

The Mazda 3 5-door stands out with its knockout styling and the new Mazda DNA. Up front, the recast grille has a unique character, and the A-pillars improve the driver’s forward sightlines.

Summary

If you’re seeking a fuel-efficient sporty compact hatchback that is fun to drive then visit your local Mazda dealer for a test drive.

 

Specifications

 

Exterior Measurements

WIDTH 5 ft. 10.7 in. (70.7 in.) HEIGHT 4 ft. 9.3 in. (57.3 in.)
LENGTH 14 ft. 7.6 in. (175.6 in.) GROUND CLEARANCE 0 ft. 6.1 in. (6.1 in.)
WHEEL BASE 8 ft. 10.3 in. (106.3 in.)  

Interior Measurements

FRONT HEAD ROOM 37.6 in. FRONT HIP ROOM 55.5 in.
FRONT LEG ROOM 42.2 in. FRONT SHOULDER ROOM 57.2 in.
REAR HIP ROOM 53.5 in. REAR HEAD ROOM 37.5 in.
REAR LEG ROOM 35.8 in. REAR SHOULDER ROOM 54.4 in

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